Summer issue of Synthesis is available online

The digital version of the summer issue of Synthesis magazine is available online. The magazine of UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center shares news about advanced treatments, promising scientific discoveries and efforts to reach out to the community.

This issue's cover story illustrates what happens when the best minds in academia work together with private industry and city leaders to create a science innovation district. Read in the new Synthesis about the integral role the new cancer research hub will play at UC Davis' Aggie Square.

Also, learn how you can help advance research by donating leftover lab samples to find a cure for cancer.

Other articles in the magazine describe progress in the fight against bladder and prostate cancers.

Clinical trials bring hope to cancer patients everywhere. Learn in this issue how these lifesaving studies are expanding. One clinical trial examines the merits of fermented wheat germ as an alternative cancer therapy.

Glance at other topics covered in the magazine, including:

• Caregivers Corner supporting those caring for loved ones
• A new survey charting cancer burden in Northern California
• Cancer summit supporting Native American health representatives
• Research uncovering cancer risks that firefighters face

Check out the spotlight on donors who are making a difference in the cancer fight and how Shingle Springs Subaru boosts sarcoma research.

The magazine culminates with a feature on Keaton's Child Cancer Alliance where children with cancer and their siblings find joy and healing.

These stories and many more can be found in the latest issue of Synthesis.

Questions or comments? Contact Synthesis editor Stephanie Winn at [email protected].